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fromFuturism
17 hours ago
Online learning

College Students Losing Ability to Participate in Class Discussions Since They Offloaded Their Thinking to AI

fromeLearning Industry
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Ethical AI In Learning: Balancing Innovation With Responsible Training Practices

AI integration in learning enhances efficiency but raises ethical concerns regarding authorship and the need for human facilitation.
Online learning
fromFuturism
17 hours ago

College Students Losing Ability to Participate in Class Discussions Since They Offloaded Their Thinking to AI

Students increasingly rely on AI for thinking, leading to diminished cognitive skills and homogenized classroom discussions.
#mathematics
Science
fromHarvard Gazette
18 hours ago

The questions that keep scientists up at night - Harvard Gazette

Major unanswered questions in various scientific fields continue to challenge researchers, highlighting the limits of current knowledge and the potential impact of future discoveries.
Media industry
fromPoynter
31 minutes ago

Student newspapers still dominate campuses. This newsletter shows what else is possible. - Poynter

Tomo Chien's newsletter, Morning, Trojan, offers a unique independent news source for USC students, blending hard news with humor and engaging a large subscriber base.
#ai
fromWIRED
16 hours ago
Information security

Anthropic Teams Up With Its Rivals to Keep AI From Hacking Everything

fromNature
2 weeks ago
Science

How to build an AI Scientist: first peer-reviewed paper spills the secrets

AI Scientist automates the entire scientific process, from idea generation to paper writing, and has undergone peer review.
Information security
fromWIRED
16 hours ago

Anthropic Teams Up With Its Rivals to Keep AI From Hacking Everything

Anthropic announced Mythos Preview and Project Glasswing to address cybersecurity challenges posed by advanced AI models.
Medicine
fromFast Company
1 day ago

AI is coming for superbugs

AI can significantly enhance antibiotic discovery, addressing the urgent global health crisis of antibiotic resistance.
Science
fromNature
2 weeks ago

How to build an AI Scientist: first peer-reviewed paper spills the secrets

AI Scientist automates the entire scientific process, from idea generation to paper writing, and has undergone peer review.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
13 hours ago

I can't help rooting for tiny open source AI model maker Arcee | TechCrunch

Arcee has released Trinity Large Thinking, a 400B-parameter open-source LLM aimed at providing a competitive alternative to Chinese models.
Cancer
fromNature
2 days ago

Engaging the head and the heart: why scientists turn to poetry

Poetry and medicine intertwine, enhancing the healing process and providing emotional support in palliative care.
Medicine
fromNature
1 day ago

Scientists invented a fake disease. AI told people it was real

Bixonimania is a fabricated medical condition that highlights the dangers of misinformation in AI-generated health advice.
#climate-change
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
20 hours ago

A New Narrative for Planetary Health in the Hybrid Era

Perceiving crises as external leads to helplessness and disengagement, while recognizing agency fosters positive outcomes and behavior change.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
20 hours ago

A New Narrative for Planetary Health in the Hybrid Era

Perceiving crises as external leads to helplessness and disengagement, while recognizing agency fosters positive outcomes and behavior change.
Typography
fromNature
1 day ago

When page-renumbering causes outrage

Page numbering issues in reprinted articles and investigations into a typhoid outbreak are examined.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

AI in the mental health care workforce is met with fear, pushback and enthusiasm

AI tools are increasingly adopted in mental health, raising concerns about job replacement and the quality of care.
UX design
fromMedium
1 day ago

Beyond the user: why design needs to widen its circle

Human-centered design must evolve to consider ecological impacts alongside user comfort and needs.
Roam Research
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

How to measure bad smells: the citizen science that is challenging the stench of rotten eggs and cabbage soup

Different methods exist to scientifically measure odors, but they often fail to assess the discomfort caused to individuals at a distance.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

It's official: scientists aren't funny. But it doesn't have to be this way | Helen Pilcher

The findings confirm research that I conducted more than 20 years ago. Under the guise of the Comedy Research Project, Timandra Harkness and I performed a randomised clinical trial to assess whether or not science can be funny.
Humor
Cannabis
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Scientists Gene Hacked a Plant So It Grows Five Types of Psychoactive Drugs at Once

Genetically engineered tobacco plants can produce five different psychedelics, potentially enabling sustainable production for therapeutic use.
OMG science
fromArs Technica
6 days ago

Research roundup: 7 cool science stories we almost missed

Raccoons exhibit flexible problem-solving skills, thriving in human environments by successfully navigating complex puzzles.
#artificial-intelligence
fromNature
1 week ago
Intellectual property law

Hallucinated citations are polluting the scientific literature. What can be done?

fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 week ago
Science

AI wrote a scientific paper that passed peer review

AI has begun to independently conduct scientific research, marking a significant shift in the role of technology in scientific discovery.
Intellectual property law
fromNature
1 week ago

Hallucinated citations are polluting the scientific literature. What can be done?

Artificial intelligence is generating non-existent academic references, leading to hallucinated citations in scholarly publications.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 week ago

AI wrote a scientific paper that passed peer review

AI has begun to independently conduct scientific research, marking a significant shift in the role of technology in scientific discovery.
Fundraising
fromFast Company
4 days ago

How giving starts progress and leadership scales it

Volatility and accountability are transforming philanthropy, requiring leadership to drive impactful change.
Silicon Valley
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Baltimore is pushing back against AI's worst excesses. What happens next could reshape American tech

Baltimore is addressing the risks of AI, exemplified by a lawsuit against xAI for generating illegal content.
Remote teams
fromInfoQ
6 days ago

How to Handle Trusts and Psychological Safety When Scaling Organizations

Trust must be built team by team; it cannot be replicated as organizations scale.
#openai
Media industry
fromDefector
4 days ago

Tech Media Propaganda Operation Makes It Official, Goes In-House At OpenAI | Defector

OpenAI acquired the Technology Business Programming Network for hundreds of millions, raising concerns about media independence despite its existing alignment with tech elites.
Media industry
fromDefector
4 days ago

Tech Media Propaganda Operation Makes It Official, Goes In-House At OpenAI | Defector

OpenAI acquired the Technology Business Programming Network for hundreds of millions, raising concerns about media independence despite its existing alignment with tech elites.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
15 hours ago

How newsrooms are bringing their archives to life

News organizations are repurposing archives to create new stories and engage audiences, moving beyond simple reprints.
Science
fromNature
2 days ago

Why the US needs a unified, mission-based strategy for health innovation

Research investments in the U.S. need to adapt to modern challenges and prioritize innovative approaches for better health outcomes.
Online Community Development
fromNature
1 week ago

A responsible authorship culture is needed - it is a collective responsibility

Responsible authorship culture is essential for scientific integrity, anchored in credit, accountability, and transparency.
Philosophy
fromNature
6 days ago

How procrastination can rob you of career fulfilment in science

Procrastination is linked to the cult of work, where identity is tied to productivity and work becomes a sacred duty.
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

Meta is developing open-source versions of its next frontier AI models

Meta is working on two proprietary frontier models: Avocado, a large language model, and Mango, a multimedia file generator. The open-source variants are expected to be made available at a later date.
Artificial intelligence
Data science
fromNature
2 weeks ago

How I squeeze fresh science from public data

Utilizing existing data can lead to significant discoveries and collaborations in research.
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Traceability is vital': labs test thousands of unregulated substances amid peptide craze

The underground market for injectable peptides in the UK has surged, with thousands of unregulated substances being tested for safety and efficacy.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
1 day ago

How V Spehar built a news business from under a desk

News creators like Vitus Spehar are redefining journalism for younger audiences through engaging and accessible content on social media.
Education
fromFortune
3 days ago

Meet a former VC who has a plan to prepare American students for an AI-disrupted future | Fortune

American education must adapt to prepare students for a rapidly changing workforce influenced by artificial intelligence.
fromNature
1 week ago

Now is the time for scientific societies to guide global research

Modern scientific societies are increasingly vulnerable due to their dependence on membership fees and journal subscriptions, which are being challenged by the rise of virtual networking and open-access publishing.
Science
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

The Creativity of Science: How We Discover New Things

Psychological research requires creativity to design studies, develop explanations, and provide practical recommendations.
fromSearch Engine Roundtable
1 week ago

Block of Citations Tested Beneath AI Overview Summary

The format has ginormous link cards at the bottom of the AI summary, which include a thumbnail of no apparent value, the site name, favicon, description, and title.
Typography
fromWarpweftandway
1 week ago

Upcoming Collaborative Learning Events

The first event is a roundtable on "Zhuangzi: Fate, Desires, Transformation" on April 6th at 9:00am Beijing time.
Philosophy
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Nonprofit Research Groups Disturbed to Learn That OpenAI Has Secretly Been Funding Their Work

Frontier AI companies are engaging in morally questionable tactics to influence child safety legislation for their benefit.
Education
fromFuturism
3 days ago

AI Forces College Professor to Get Typewriters for Entire Class

Typewriters in class encourage students to engage more with each other and the learning process, contrasting with modern digital distractions.
European startups
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Welcome, American scientists: Europe, a haven for researchers struggling under Trump

Safe Place for Science initiative successfully attracted U.S. researchers to Europe amid restrictive policies, receiving over 900 applications shortly after its launch.
Science
fromNature
1 week ago

Inside the 'self-driving' lab revolution

Eve, an AI-powered robotic platform, automates early-stage drug design, significantly enhancing efficiency in scientific research.
Education
fromPR Daily
5 days ago

Why writing skills matter more than AI for the next generation of communicators - PR Daily

Karen Freberg emphasizes the importance of experiential learning and clarity in writing for effective communication in a rapidly changing industry.
#higher-education
Media industry
fromFast Company
6 days ago

How AI agents are changing journalism

Working agentically with AI tools significantly enhances productivity and shifts focus from task execution to outcome management.
#california-state-university
Philosophy
fromWarpweftandway
3 weeks ago

Two Collaborative Learning () Events This Week

The 四海为学 Collaborative Learning Project hosts two free public events: Louise Edwards discussing childhood and gender in China on March 19, and Peter Hershock exploring AI and agency from a Buddhist perspective on March 20.
Higher education
fromCornell Chronicle
6 days ago

Duffield Engineering investment in CNF to expand research and training | Cornell Chronicle

A $9.5 million investment will enhance CNF's capabilities in semiconductor research, education, and workforce training as it approaches its 50th anniversary.
Non-profit organizations
fromNature
1 month ago

How Congress can restore the independence of US science

US federal science governance is shifting from merit-based civil service implementation to presidential political control, threatening research effectiveness and the science base.
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Why Some Scientific Debates Never End

Complex questions involving values cannot be definitively settled by evidence alone, as different priorities lead experts to emphasize different findings from the same data.
Science
fromNature
3 weeks ago

Daily briefing: How labs are coping with 'RAMmageddon'

Global RAM chip shortage driven by AI demand forces researchers to innovate with more efficient algorithms and hardware, with supply recovery expected in 18+ months.
OMG science
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Research roundup: Six cool science stories we almost missed

Scientists revived Edison's nickel-iron battery design using protein scaffolding and graphene oxide, creating an aerogel structure for improved renewable energy storage with extended range and longevity.
Science
fromNature
4 weeks ago

Keep calm and be transparent: advice from scientists who retracted their papers

Scientists who self-retract papers due to honest mistakes maintain citation rates and receive community support, suggesting shifting attitudes toward retractions as responsible scientific practice rather than career-damaging misconduct.
UK politics
fromNature
1 month ago

Don't deprioritize curiosity-driven research

Government-directed shifts in research funding risk undermining curiosity-driven, investigator-led science that generates fundamental knowledge and long-term innovation.
Higher education
fromNature
3 weeks ago

AI and the PhD student: friend or foe?

PhD students recognize AI's efficiency benefits while fearing it undermines critical academic skills like deep reading, independent thinking, and research competency.
fromNature
2 months ago

I know science can't fix the world - here's why I do it anyway

His message is clear: our world is built on abundant energy, around 80% of which has come from fossil fuels over the past 50 years. Because supplies are limited, energy consumption will peak in decades - sooner if humans attempt to limit climate change. To keep global warming below 1.5 °C by 2100, the use of fossil fuels must fall by 5-8% each year - a pace that is too fast for low-carbon energy to keep up with.
Environment
Public health
fromNature
2 months ago

I'm going to halve my publication output. You should consider slow science, too

Set a personal cap of seven publications yearly to prioritize research quality, doubling time per paper to improve rigor and public-health relevance.
fromNature
1 month ago

The age of animal experiments is waning. Where will science go next?

Last November, the UK government announced a bold plan to phase out animal testing in some areas of research. Animal tests for skin irritation are scheduled for elimination this year, and some studies on dogs should be slashed by 2030. The long-term vision is 'a world where the use of animals in science is eliminated in all but exceptional circumstances'.
Science
Science
fromNature
1 month ago

What's the best way to change research fields? These three scientists have ideas

Topic switching during research careers drives innovation and scientific breakthroughs, though timing and frequency matter significantly for career success.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.nature.com
1 month ago

Why sky-high pay for AI researchers is bad for the future of science

Outsize industry pay is luring top young AI researchers from academia, threatening curiosity-driven innovation, independent critique, and ethical oversight in science.
Science
fromNature
1 month ago

Daily briefing: Automated robot 'scientists' spark debate over the future of lab work

Autonomous AI-controlled lab robots can automate simple tasks but current limitations mean many laboratory procedures still require human dexterity and judgment.
Science
fromNature
1 month ago

How to wow a popular-science writer with your research expertise

Effective science communication requires researchers to explain work accurately yet comprehensibly, balancing writers' narrative goals with scientists' commitment to precise truth.
Science
fromNature
1 month ago

Science funding needs fixing - but not through chaotic reforms

UK research funding is shifting to a top-down, industrially aligned model, creating uncertainty and risking harm to curiosity-driven science, small groups, and future leaders.
Science
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Research roundup: 6 cool stories we almost missed

Mineral fingerprinting and zircon analysis indicate humans transported Stonehenge stones from distant quarries, not glaciers.
fromNature
2 months ago

AI could transform research assessment - and some academics are worried

In 2023, Australia abandoned its expensive and bureaucratic scholar-led research-assessment programme. New Zealand followed suit soon after. The hope, according to a transition plan unveiled by the Australian federal government's Department of Education and the research sector, was to find a "more modern, data-driven approach". In the United Kingdom, where financial pressures on universities are especially acute, there are similar calls to reform the Research Excellence Framework (REF), the country's performance-based research-funding system.
Higher education
Science
fromNature
2 months ago

To gain public trust, make art central to science communication

Art-science collaborations should be supported and normalised to communicate science, strengthen public trust, and develop researchers' observational, creative, and empathetic skills.
fromNature
2 months ago

'It means I can sleep at night': how sensors are helping to solve scientists' problems

In fact, Stawicki was on a mission to save the lives of around 1,000 zebrafish ( Danio rerio) in her laboratory. Similarities between lines of hair cells on the fish's flanks and those in the mammalian inner ear enable her to use them as a model to study hearing problems in humans caused by some antibiotics and chemotherapy drugs. A sensor had picked up that the lab's heating system had been knocked out by a power fault.
Science
Science
fromNature
1 month ago

Why we don't really know what the public thinks about science

Public understanding of science is limited because measures focus on factual literacy; researchers must broaden evaluation to include institutional knowledge and lived scientific experiences.
Science
fromNature
2 months ago

Epstein files reveal deeper ties to scientists than previously known

Jeffrey Epstein had extensive, previously underreported ties to the scientific community, investing and socializing with numerous researchers, revealed by millions of newly released investigative files.
fromBig Think
2 months ago

The four paths forward for US scientists in 2026

For nearly 100 years, the United States has been the world's leader in a wide variety of scientific fields. No other country has: invested as much in fundamental scientific research, has made more scientific breakthroughs and scientific advances, has attracted more scientific researchers to move there to conduct their research, or has conducted more projects and been home to more scientists that have won Nobel Prizes.
Science
Science
fromNature Partnerships
2 months ago

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Reach over 43 million monthly users across Nature, Springer, BMC, and Scientific American to target scientists, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and engaged readers.
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